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Date: 10/6/2022
Subject: Hot Topics October 2022
From: Jessica Meath



LET'S THINK ABOUT STAFF WELLNESS

Hospitality experts Jim Mikula and Ruth Ann Hattori along with medical expert Dr. Marcus Coplin share their wisdom through practical tips, stories and resources on how to improve staff wellness in this recently posted article. Highlights include how a disinfection protocol improved employee moral, advice on nutrition that sheds light on how to best utilize fiber and protein, along with ways to incorporate workplace exercise into your company culture.

 
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SURVEY RESULTS

Lifeguard Staffing Initiatives at Hot Springs Facilities

14 respondents give insight to the following questions:
1. Is there a lifeguard shortage?
2. What is being done to increase the number of lifeguards?
3. Are you aware of government initiatives?
4. Why is the number of lifeguards decreasing? 

 
You can read takeaways and review the results at the link below.
 
VIEW RESULTS 
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RECENTLY ADDED

New resources were recently added to the reference library. Check out the links with information on disinfectants and water classification.

 
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SAVE THE DATE: OCTOBER 25

Member Webinar:Thinking Beyond the Waiver with Co-Host Glenwood Insurance 

Highlights include:
• Lightning protocols 
• Waivers vs. signage
• OSHA expectations and employee safety
 
October 25th
11:00 a.m. MST
 
REGISTER 

    SOAKEMBER, NOVEMBER 12, 2022

    This year, Soakember celebrates Local Hot Spring Experiences That Amplify The Vitality Of All.

    We look forward to your participation in this global event honoring the history of geothermal water-based healing and wellness practices. Participation is simple:

    1.Share photos from your hot spring destination using #soakember.

    2.Submit a video, up to 5-minutes in length, introducing your destination. Please feature an experience offered that amplifies the vitality of all.

    Your photos and video will be reshared through Soakember's social media channels.

    If you have not already, please follow Soakember's Instagram page: Soakember.com/get-involved/  

    Registration is open at Soakember.com/get-involved/

    Registered participants will be included in all Soakember collateral and marketing communications leading up to the event.


    SAVE THE DATE

    Professional Field Trip to New Zealand and Australia

    Group tour for industry professionals only

    tentative dates: June 22-30, 2023

    Highlights include:

     

    Space will be limited. Please contact Executive Director, Vicky Nash, at vicky@hotspringsassociation.com if you are interested in participating.


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    BUSINESS AND SUSTAINABILITY
    Skift - Why Guest Communication Is Key to Delivering Stand-Out Service Within Hospitality

    Overcoming the challenge of meeting a high level of guest service while being under-staffed, hotels and hospitality brands look for ways to increase efficiency and optimize communication between teams.

    TRENDS
    2022 Trends

    SCIENCE
    Results revealed that consecutive bathing in an alkaline hot spring improved rough skin and heat retention

    TECHNOLOGY
    A snapshot of digital and technology trends found in the report, including centralized data, connecting travel journeys and investing in happier employees


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